2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Ford Escort
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1959 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 874 kg more than 1959 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Ford Escort | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Escort |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 63.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 817 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 31 L |
